VALORANT's newest map, Fracture, is finally here! 

The game's seventh map notably deviates from the map design principles used in older maps, which can make trying it out it an intimidating prospect for newer players.

But fret not, we've broken down what you need to know about Fracture and how you can effectively play the new map from both the Attacker and Defender Side. Erase all thoughts about dodging Fracture in the queue by reading our survival guide on the new map below:

What you need to know

The division between Fracture's A and B Sites can be distinguished visually, with A Site on the right side of the map appearing as an arid desert, while B Site on the left can be seen teeming with foliage. 

The new map is also a bit on the smaller side, with older maps like Haven and Breeze being significantly larger. 

Aside from the contrasting visuals of its two sides, Fracture's other defining feature is its unique layout that is shaped much like the letter 'H', with parallel avenues leading to the A and B Sites connected by a central pathway. 

(Photo: Riot Games)

Fracture's unique layout adds an interesting twist to the map's gameplay: instead of both the Attacker and Defender sides each having one zone where they spawn in, the Attackers can spawn in two zones in the north and south while the Defenders spawn in the middle of the map with easy access to both Sites.